DOT Ethiopia

Young people are already leading climate action in their communities. Now it’s your turn to get the tools, skills, and support to take action where you live.

Join DOT’s Climate Leadership for Community Action course — a 6-week, fully virtual program covering:
🌱 Understanding climate challenges
💡 Designing local solutions
📣 Mobilizing your community
🤝 Connecting with peers across Africa and the Middle East
🎓 A certificate upon completion

Registration closes TODAY, August 10. Don’t miss your chance to join Cohort 2! https://learn.dotrust.org/mod/page/view.php?id=2728

Young people aren’t waiting around to build more resilient communities they’re leading the charge right now.
If you want in, DOT’s Climate Leadership for Community Action course is where to start. It’s six weeks, fully virtual, and built to give you real tools: understanding climate challenges, designing local solutions, and mobilizing your community to act.
What’s included:
● Live coaching with Ambassadors
● A peer network spanning 8+ countries across Africa and the Middle East
● Practical, ready-to-use tools for community climate initiatives
● A certificate when you finish

Open to young people aged 18–35, especially from Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Lebanon, Jordan, Malawi, and Zambia, plus other climate-vulnerable communities.
Cohort 2 closes July 29. Don’t miss it: : https://learn.dotrust.org/mod/page/view.php?id=2728

Ready to turn climate passion into community action?

DOT's 6-week Climate Leadership for Community Action virtual course equips young people across Africa and the Middle East with the tools, knowledge, and mentorship to design and lead real local climate solutions — learn alongside a global cohort, get mentored by DOT Climate Ambassadors, earn a certificate, and take your first step toward becoming a young climate leader.

⏳ 6 weeks | 5 hrs/week | 100% online
📅 Register for Cohort 1 by July 29!
🎓 Certificate awarded upon completion

Register now: https://learn.dotrust.org/mod/page/view.php?id=2728

Especially encouraged to register: young people aged 18–35 from Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Lebanon, Jordan, Malawi, Zambia and those from climate-vulnerable communities.

Launcing iWET 2.0 in Tigray!
We’re excited to kick off Inspiring Water Entrepreneurship in Tigray (iWET 2.0)
Led by DOT Ethiopia with EDA and regional partners, this is about building systems that last and putting water service delivery in local hands.
Here’s to stronger, smarter water solutions for communities.
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Exciting Opportunity for Young Women in Tech!
We are pleased to invite young women from DOT Ethiopia to join a Virtual Career Advice Webinar under the Her Digital Skills for Life Project, supported by Qualcomm.
This interactive session will bring together industry professionals to share practical guidance on building a career in tech and related fields. Participants will gain insights on:
Key digital skills in demand
Top career paths in the tech industry
Effective job search strategies
Where and how to find job opportunities
📅 Date: 1 July
🕘 Time: 9:00 – 10:30 CEST
📍 Format: Online Webinar
This is a great chance to learn, ask questions, and get real advice on entering the digital job market.
We encourage interested participants to register early, as spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
📌 Registration closes: 29 June
🔗 Register here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdSCyjIrEHF101NnoG1RLMOgkMPv-3REuXXmGWjr_MmArJfWA/viewform
Don’t miss this opportunity to take a step closer to your career in tech!

Meet Sintayehu Petros!
Before joining the Digital Skilling Project implemented by DOT Ethiopia in partnership with Nokia and Ethio telecom, he relied mainly on walk-in customers to grow his bookstore business.
Today, he uses Google Maps to connect customers to his new location and has built a TikTok community of 6,000+ followers, expanding his reach and growing his business through digital tools.
A great example of how digital skills can unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs.
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🌍 Climate Leadership for Community Action Virtual Course
Empower Yourself to Lead Local Climate Solutions
Join a global movement of youth leaders driving real change. DOT’s cohort-based course equips you with the knowledge, confidence, and Participatory Action Research (PAR) tools to design and lead climate solutions in your community.
⏱️ Quick Facts
Duration: 6 weeks (5 hours/week | 30 hours total)
Format: Online + live group coaching by DOT Climate Ambassadors
Registration: May 11, 2026 – May 26, 2026
Outcome: Certificate awarded by July 7, 2026
📚 What You’ll Learn
Climate Science & Justice: Core fundamentals, local impacts, and socio-economic dimensions.
Community Action: Designing local solutions using the PAR toolkit and building resilience.
Advocacy & Leadership: Communicating with policymakers, facilitating workshops, and building your voice.
👥 Who Should Join?
Open to all, with a special focus on youth aged 18–35 from climate-vulnerable communities in Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Lebanon, Jordan, Malawi, and Zambia. No prior experience required.
✨ Why This Course is Different
Global Network: Learn alongside peers across Africa and the Middle East.
Mentorship: Receive direct coaching from experienced DOT Climate Ambassadors.
Real Impact: Apply your learning to a real local challenge.
Next Steps: Opportunity to pitch your idea for a future Climate Innovation Bootcamp.
🚀 How to Join
Register here: https://learn.dotrust.org/mod/page/view.php?id=2728
Receive your onboarding info and start date.
Complete the 6 weeks and earn your certificate.
⚠️ Spots are limited due to dedicated coaching support. Secure your place today!

Wishing all our followers a blessed and joyful Easter.
At Digital Opportunity Trust Ethiopia, we envision a future where every young person has the tools to create, the confidence to innovate, and the opportunity to thrive. A future where Ethiopia’s rich heritage connects with the endless possibilities of the digital world.
As we celebrate the hope and renewal that Easter brings, may we continue to grow stronger in connection, creativity, and shared purpose.

8 March | Ignite. Transform. Lead.

​Today, we celebrate the resilient women of Ethiopia who are turning digital skills into real-world impact.

​At DOT Ethiopia, we are proud to support the next generation of women entrepreneurs and community leaders as they bridge the digital divide and drive economic growth.

​When women have the tools to lead, everyone thrives.

​Happy International Women's Day!

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Opportunity Alert!!

In collaboration with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) Ethiopia is excited to launch a special training opportunity for 80 women interested in starting their journey in technology.

Topics Covered
Artificial Intelligence
Mobile App Development

No prior tech experience is required. Learn from industry experts, gain practical skills, and build confidence in the digital world.

Organized in celebration of International Women’s Day

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Take the first step toward innovation and opportunity.

Place:Addis Ababa, Tegbar-eid Polytechnic, Mexico



Registration Form Link: https://url-shortener.me/FDRT

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